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5.0

I loved this book. I was skeptical going in, having heard mixed reviews and not really having a big love for sci-fi, but it surprised me. I've enjoyed Hank Green for many years, having come across him like many have, via his author brother John Green and their shared YouTube channel(s). This is a new platform from which to enjoy his often worldly ideas. The story is interesting and poignant, a comment on human nature without being overly preachy. It is entertaining and thoughtful while staying immensely creative and smart. There is a lot to unpack in the pages and I liked the fact that not only could I enjoy the content, but there were bits and pieces that left me thinking and considering things even when I stopped. I loved how tangible and accessible he made April. She felt like a real person, as if this story was one that was true. That feeling was a lot like the one I experienced with listening to Daisy Jones and the Six, where the characters really took on a life of their own. I like that kind of writing. It's immersive and just feels great to read. I enjoyed the ending and I am very glad to hear that Green is working on a follow-up novel. There is so much more I want to know. This was a great book and I will likely be reading it again in the future.